Asclepias Syriaca Milkweed

Asclepias Syriaca, commonly known as Milkweed, is a fascinating and essential plant species celebrated for its contribution to Monarch butterflies. This perennial plant displays a clump-forming growth habit, sending up multiple tall stems. The flower clusters of common Milkweed are typically a soft and delicate shade of pink or mauve, attracting various pollinators, especially butterflies and bees. This plant plays a crucial role as a host plant, primary food source and breeding ground for monarch caterpillars, playing a vital role in their life cycle and conservation efforts. The sap of common Milkweed contains toxic compounds that act as a defense mechanism against herbivores. Asclepias Syriaca Milkweed an invaluable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens and habitats.